Crystal Springs Veterinary Clinic, PA

4.7 (135)
2850 Paul S Buchman Hwy, Zephyrhills, FL 33540, USA

Hours:

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

How to Save Money at Crystal Springs Veterinary Clinic, PA

Schedule Regular Vet Visits

One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.

Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions

Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.

Pet Insurance

Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.

How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?

Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 889
4.7 ASPCA 11,392
4.9 Embrace 14,179
4.9 Fetch 1,995
4.4 Figo 2,561
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,475
4.9 Lemonade 781
3.2 ManyPets 2,145
4.6 MetLife 487
4.8 Nationwide 21,391
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 110
4.5 Pets Best 7,194
4.3 Pumpkin 1,131
4.7 Spot 5,194
4.9 Trupanion 60,280
4.8 Prudent Pet 124

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask

Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:

Tell me about your experience with [pet type].

Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.

How do you handle emergencies?

You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.

How do you communicate with pet owners?

Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.

Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?

Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.

Do you have any questions for me about my pet?

This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.

Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?

Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.

Reviews from Google

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Amy Paille

2 years later and still heartbroken about the fact that we brought our dog here every month for 3 months and the vet never listened or did a full exam. Er Vet finally told us he had Lymphoma. He died within 24 hours of us finally finding out. I could have saved him or at least saved him some pain. Never take your pets to this woman. NEVER.

posted: 08/22/2023

Devon Shank

This clinic, I can not even describe the pain they caused my mother today. She is trying to put down her dog of 16 years who has deteriorated rapidly as of late. She spoke with the receptionist at the clinic no less than 5 times today. The original receptionist gave her hopeful vision of a quiet time to say goodbye to her beloved companion. So much so that she stopped calling other clinics and started to say goodbye. From that point on through subsequent conversations the office staff changed the perimeters from a end of life care visit, to an end of life consult with an exam which is reasonable. Then again shortly before the appointment, which several family members had rerouted to be at, the appointment became a medical visit where the vet would be able to prescribe medicine and lifestyle changes. My mother who had been told one thing at the start of the day was at a loss. The result was then one of the staff of this clinic, deriding her for not wanting to care for her pet. Mind you this is a dog who has always been in good health, and who has had consistent medical care documenting the steady decline of a medium sized dog 6 years over life expectancy. This clinic and its insensitive, rude staff, took one of the worst days my mother has had in a while and added guilt and derision. I honestly don't know if this is a bait and switch that they run often, or they just felt a special need to be hateful today. I can tell you under no circumstances would I send any pet here. Any vet will tell you that a peaceful end of life is the best gift one can give to a beloved animal. This place seems insistent on prolonging the misery of an animal to puff its own pockets. Any vet that would allow their staff to behave in such a manner is unworthy of the title or a trusted business name. Stay away.

posted: 04/19/2023

Wendy Egley

I have nothing but great things to say about Crystal Springs Vet Clinic . When my older cat Sharky got sick they did everything they could to help him . When he was at end of life , Dr Gayle and the rest of the staff were so sweet and so kind and gentle with my sweet boy Sharky . I definitely recommend them .

posted: 08/04/2023

Kay Argersinger

Maxie was well taken care of. The vet talked to me and explained clearly the exam n my questions. The staff is so nice, Maxie lives them.

posted: 05/09/2023

Jayme Balmer

Dr.was very attentive to my kitty's needs.she diagnosed it spot on and put her on medication. Office staff very friendly and facility clean!

posted: 05/03/2023